Dairy-Free Palak Keerai
Discover the vibrant flavors of Dairy-Free Palak Keerai, a wholesome South Indian dish that brings together tender spinach leaves and silky coconut milk for a nourishing, plant-based twist on traditional palak keerai. Crafted without dairy yet rich in creamy texture, this recipe highlights aromatic spices like mustard seeds, cumin, turmeric, and a hint of green chili for a perfect balance of warmth and spice. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal pairing with steamed rice or soft rotis, making it a comforting and healthful choice for weeknight dinners. Packed with antioxidants and healthy fats, this dairy-free spinach curry is both satisfying and perfect for vegan-friendly meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Spinach (Palak) leaves
- 200 ml Coconut milk
- 1 medium, finely chopped Small onion
- 2 finely chopped Garlic cloves
- 1 inch piece, grated Ginger
- 1 finely chopped Green chili
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon, or to taste Salt
- 100 ml Water
Instructions
Wash the spinach leaves thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt and impurities. Chop them roughly and set aside.
In a large pan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and allow them to crackle.
Once the mustard seeds begin to pop, add the cumin seeds, finely chopped onions, garlic, ginger, and green chili.
Saute these ingredients for 2-3 minutes until the onions become translucent and the mixture is fragrant.
Add the chopped spinach leaves to the pan and stir well to combine with the sautéed mixture.
Pour in the water, cover the pan with a lid, and allow the spinach to cook for 5 minutes until it's wilted and tender.
Once the spinach is cooked, add the turmeric powder and salt, stirring to combine evenly.
Pour the coconut milk into the pan, mixing it gently with the cooked spinach and spices.
Allow the mixture to simmer for another 2-3 minutes on low heat until it's well combined and heated through.
Taste for seasoning and adjust salt if necessary.
Turn off the heat and serve the Dairy-Free Palak Keerai hot with rice or roti.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.3 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2610 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1973 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
